RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM
- 50mm
- f/1.4
- Prime
- 580 g
- Min focus 0.4 m
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Quick answer
The RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is a fast standard prime for Canon RF full-frame cameras with a voice coil motor and L-series build. Smaller than the RF 50mm F1.2.
Pros
- f/1.4 aperture
- VCM focusing
- L-series build
- Lighter than the F1.2 (580 g)
Cons
- No lens-based stabilization
- Less bright than f/1.2
Verdict
A practical premium 50mm for RF; weigh it against the F1.2 and F1.8.
About this lens
A 50mm f/1.4 fast standard prime lens, the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM is designed for Canon RF mount bodies, from the Canon L series. The natural field of view suits street, documentary and everyday photography.
Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM specifications
- Brand
- Canon
- Mount
- Canon RF
- Focal length
- 50mm
- Maximum aperture
- f/1.4
- Lens type
- Prime
- Format coverage
- full-frame
- Released
- 2024
- Optical construction
- 14 elements in 11 groups
- Aperture blades
- 11
- Autofocus motor
- VCM
- Minimum focus distance
- 0.4 m
- Maximum magnification
- 0.15x
- Filter thread
- 67 mm
- Weight
- 580 g
- Length
- 99.3 mm
- Diameter
- 76.5 mm
Specification source: global.canon
What can you shoot with the Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM?
- Portraits
- Low-light shooting
- Video
Its very wide maximum aperture suits low light and shallow depth of field with strong background blur.
Full-frame equivalent and field of view
Calculated from the focal length and crop factor. Not measured.
| Sensor | Crop | Equivalent | Horizontal FOV | Diagonal FOV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full frame | 1.0x | 50mm | 39.6° | 46.8° |
| APS-C | 1.6x | 80mm | 25.4° | 30.3° |
Frequently asked questions
What does VCM mean in Canon RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM?
It stands for voice coil motor, a focusing system aimed at speed and quiet operation.
RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM vs RF 50mm F1.2 L: which should I buy?
The F1.2 is brighter but much larger and heavier. The F1.4 is easier to carry and uses a newer focus motor.
Is the RF 50mm F1.4 L VCM a full-frame lens?
Yes. It covers full-frame RF sensors and also works on APS-C RF cameras, where it frames like an 80mm lens.
Alternatives for Canon RF from other brands
All Canon RF lensesSame mount, overlapping focal range, closest maximum aperture first.
